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The Verdict
The Vgate iCar Pro BLE 4.0 is a highly efficient, low-profile diagnostic tool that turns a smartphone into a professional-grade scanner. Its primary strength lies in Bluetooth 4.0 (BLE) integration, which offers stable connections for both iOS and Android without the Wi-Fi-related headache of losing cellular data. Users specifically value its ultra-low 3MA power consumption and auto-sleep functionality, allowing the device to stay plugged in indefinitely without risking a dead battery. Compatibility with power-user apps like BimmerCode, Torque, and OBD Fusion makes it a versatile choice for everything from basic code clearing to advanced ECU coding.
The trade-off involves a few hardware limitations: the auto-wake feature is incompatible with electric and hybrid vehicles, necessitating manual reinsertion, and the hardware cost does not include third-party app subscription fees. Despite these inconveniences, the iCar Pro’s firmware upgradeability and rock-solid reliability far outweigh the quirks. At this price point, it is an essential buy for any car owner looking to avoid expensive dealership diagnostic fees with a tool that fits in the palm of their hand.
The trade-off involves a few hardware limitations: the auto-wake feature is incompatible with electric and hybrid vehicles, necessitating manual reinsertion, and the hardware cost does not include third-party app subscription fees. Despite these inconveniences, the iCar Pro’s firmware upgradeability and rock-solid reliability far outweigh the quirks. At this price point, it is an essential buy for any car owner looking to avoid expensive dealership diagnostic fees with a tool that fits in the palm of their hand.
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About this product
- - VEHICLE COMPATIBILITY - Designed for 12V gasoline vehicles manufactured after 1996 with standard OBD2 support. Also compatible with light-duty diesel vehicles (6.5 tons or less) from 1996 onward. Not suitable for 24V diesel vehicles
- - SIMPLE OPERATION - Works with iOS and Android devices. Requires Bluetooth to be enabled on your phone. For iOS: no manual pairing required—connect directly through the OBD2 app. For Android: pair with "Android-Vlink" using PIN 1234. No complex setup, lower power consumption than Wi-Fi OBD2 readers, and no interference with other apps' internet access
- - LOW POWER CONSUMPTION - Vgate iCar Pro Bluetooth 4.0 adapter features auto-sleep and auto-wake functionality, drawing as little as 3mA in sleep mode to help preserve vehicle battery. Note: auto-wake may not work on electric or hybrid vehicles—reinsertion may be required to reactivate
- - COMPACT & PLUG-AND-PLAY DESIGN - Compact and lightweight, designed for easy insertion and removal from the OBD2 port. Most cars from the last two decades have an OBD2 port—simply locate it and plug in the Vgate iCar Pro Bluetooth 4.0
- - LED INDICATORS - When plugged into the OBD2 port: red light stays on, green light on for 1 second, blue light on for 3 seconds then off. During Bluetooth connection: blue light flashes (stops when paired). When connected to an app and reading data: red light remains on, blue and green lights flash simultaneously
Specifications
- Brand
- Vgate
- Model
- 8542040060
- Part Number
- BLE 4.0
- Type
- Basic Code Reader
- Brand
- Vgate
- Connection
- Wireless Bluetooth
- App Compatible
- iOS (iPhone & iPad), Android
- Systems
- Engine
- Width
- 0.94 inches
- Height
- 1.06 inches
- Depth
- 1.85 inches
- Weight
- 0.1322773572 pounds
- Colour
- ICAR PRO BLE4.0 - Android, iOS & Windows
- Warranty
- 2 Year
- Manufacturer
- Vgatemall
- UPC
- 611536698410
- GTIN
- 00611536698410